Top officials predict a significant upgrade in IMF's assessment of India's official statistics after ongoing data reforms. New CPI & GDP series, aligned with global standards, to be launched in Feb 2026.
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India's foreign exchange reserves surged by $1.689 billion to $688.949 billion for the week ending December 12, RBI data shows. Gold and foreign currency assets saw significant growth. Read the full analysis.
IMF data shows India's $5 trillion GDP target is delayed by 3-4 years. We analyze the impact on jobs, EMIs, investments, and daily costs for Indian households.
Updated US visa guidelines under Trump could deny entry to football fans from Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Haiti, and Iran for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sparking global criticism and fears of discrimination.
Former IMF deputy MD Gita Gopinath predicts the Fund will upgrade India's growth forecast closer to 7% for the current fiscal, citing strong Q2 data and global AI spending offsetting tariff impacts.
Pakistan's economy avoids collapse via IMF bailouts & Chinese loans, but structural flaws, elite corruption & regional tensions threaten long-term stability. Explore the full analysis.
RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta clarifies IMF's procedural concerns on India's growth data quality and the rupee's 'crawling peg' classification, affirming India's managed float stance. Read the full details.
RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta clarifies IMF's procedural concerns on India's data quality and the rupee's 'crawling peg' tag. Get the full story on the economic debate.
IMF is assessing options to aid Sri Lanka's recovery from Cyclone Ditwah's devastation. Read about the economic impact and the crucial $3 billion bailout's next steps.
Pakistan initiates bidding to privatise loss-making Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), a key step under its $7 billion IMF programme. Read the full details and implications.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced India will update its GDP calculation base year to 2022-23. New data series, reflecting modern consumption, will be released on Feb 27. Read the full story.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarifies IMF's 'C' rating stems from an old 2011-12 base year, not growth data. India to adopt new 2022-23 base from 2026. Read details.
The IMF's 'C' rating highlights long-standing issues with India's GDP data, including an outdated base year and deflator problems, casting doubt on the impressive 8.2% Q2 growth figure. Experts call for urgent statistical reforms.
The IMF's critique of India's economic statistics highlights data quality issues but is seen as a cue for improvement, not alarm. India's 8.2% GDP growth for Q2 2025-26 remains robust. Read more.
India's economy grew at 8.2% in Q2 FY25, its fastest pace in 6 quarters. Yet, the IMF gives its national accounts a 'C' grade, sparking a debate on data quality. We explain the clash and what it means.
IMF maintains C-rating for India's national accounts while government prepares new GDP series for 2026. Learn what this means for India's economic data credibility and upcoming changes.
IMF maintains 'C' grade for India's GDP data, citing methodological issues. India plans major data overhaul with new 2022-23 base year series in February 2026. Read more.
India's foreign exchange reserves declined by $4.472 billion to $688.104 billion for week ended November 21, primarily due to falling gold reserves value. Read full analysis.
The IMF has changed India's exchange-rate classification to 'crawl-like arrangement', citing RBI's frequent intervention. Discover the impact on the rupee and economic growth forecasts.
IMF reclassifies India's exchange rate to 'crawl-like', urging more flexibility. Rupee volatility rises under RBI's Malhotra. Discover the impact on India's economy and global trade.
IMF applauds India's 7.8% growth in FY26's first quarter, endorsing RBI's monetary policy while recommending accelerated structural reforms for sustained development.
IMF reveals how elite corruption and state capture fuel Pakistan's economic crisis. Learn how governance reforms could boost GDP growth by 5-6.5% over five years.
IMF's latest assessment reveals India's strong economic outlook with 6.6% growth forecast. Discover how prudent policies and structural reforms drive sustained growth and reduce poverty.
IMF exposes Pakistan's fiscal mismanagement and lack of transparency in new report. Discover the critical findings and their implications for Pakistan's economy.
IMF projects Pakistan's economy to grow by 6.5% with strict conditions including tax reforms and subsidy cuts. Learn how this affects regional economic dynamics.
IMF reports G20 nations face weakest medium-term growth since 2009 crisis amid global economic challenges. Learn about the risks and implications for India.
IMF's October 2025 update confirms India maintains 5th position in global economy rankings, trailing Japan. Analysis of GDP figures and economic outlook.
IMF's World Uncertainty Index doubles since January 2025, but India's economy shows resilience. Analysis suggests shift to demand-side policies for sustainable growth.
World Bank-IMF report reveals critical regulatory gaps in India's financial sector, highlighting limited RBI powers and differential treatment of public vs private institutions.